How much is the train ticket from Erie to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Erie to Philadelphia start at $115. The average price for this train route is around $391. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Erie to Philadelphia?

The average train trip from Erie to Philadelphia takes 14h 31m and covers 477 km. The quickest train gets you there in 14h 31m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Erie to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erie to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Erie to Philadelphia departs at 7:24am. The latest train departs at 7:24am.

Train Erie to Philadelphia from $110 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:24am	Union Station	16h 21m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 3m	9:27pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 31m	9:55pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:24am	Union Station	16h 21m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 3m	9:27pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 3m	9:27pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 31m	9:55pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	7:24am	Union Station	16h 21m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 31m	9:55pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 3m	9:27pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 3m	9:27pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 31m	9:55pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 3m	9:27pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on January 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:24am	Union Station	15h 11m	10:35pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	7:24am	Union Station	15h 11m	10:35pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:24am	Union Station	15h 11m	10:35pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Erie to Philadelphia on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 31m	9:55pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 3m	9:27pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 3m	9:27pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 31m	9:55pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	7:24am	Union Station	14h 3m	9:27pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Erie to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

19h 10mAverage Duration

490 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$85 - $409	Average Duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$115 - $1,816	Average Duration14h 31m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,677 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5677 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $115

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erie to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Erie to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Erie to Philadelphia start at $115. The average price for this train route is around $391. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Erie to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Erie to Philadelphia takes 14h 31m and covers 477 km. The quickest train gets you there in 14h 31m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Erie to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Erie to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Erie to Philadelphia departs at 7:24am. The latest train departs at 7:24am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-24

$300

12-25

$379

Today

$1,488

12-27

$379

12-28

No data

12-29

$1,467

12-30

$350

12-31

$292

The cheapest trip from Erie to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $292

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Erie to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $292 to $1,495 for a train ticket from Erie to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $292 which is on 2025-12-31.